Arrive in Paris and check in to your hotel independently. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure, perhaps strolling along the Seine, enjoying a café, or admiring Paris’s illuminated skyline from a riverside promenade.

Overnight in Paris

Enjoy a full day exploring Paris at your own pace. Visit iconic landmarks, world-class museums, historic neighbourhoods, or relax in elegant gardens while soaking up the unmistakable Parisian atmosphere.

Overnight in Paris

Travel by TGV from Paris to Bordeaux. After arrival and hotel check-in, spend the afternoon discovering this UNESCO-listed city, renowned for its elegant architecture and position at the heart of France’s premier wine region.

Approx. 500 km | 3h
Overnight in Bordeaux

Enjoy a full day at leisure exploring Bordeaux’s historic centre. Highlights include La Cité du Vin, Place des Quinconces, the Miroir d’Eau, and lively shopping streets, before sampling local wines and regional delicacies.

Overnight in Bordeaux

Board a train for a scenic journey across southern France to Marseille. On arrival, check in and spend the remainder of the day exploring France’s oldest city and its vibrant Mediterranean atmosphere.

Approx. 660 km | 6h
Overnight in Marseille

Enjoy time exploring Marseille’s Old Port, historic districts, or panoramic viewpoints before continuing by train along the stunning Mediterranean coastline to Nice, the jewel of the French Riviera.

Approx. 200 km | 2½h
Overnight in Nice

Spend the day at leisure in Nice. Stroll along the Promenade des Anglais, explore Vieux Nice, visit renowned museums, or enjoy panoramic views from Castle Hill. Optional excursions reveal more of the Riviera coastline.

Overnight in Nice

Travel by train to Avignon via a connecting service. After arrival and check-in, enjoy a relaxed afternoon exploring this Provençal city, known for its medieval walls, historic streets, and riverside setting.

Approx. 260 km | 4½h
Overnight in Avignon

Explore Avignon at your own pace, visiting the Palais des Papes, Pont d’Avignon, city walls, and lively squares. Enjoy the relaxed Provençal lifestyle before returning to your hotel.

Overnight in Avignon

Board a morning train to Lyon, France’s gastronomic capital. After arrival and hotel check-in, enjoy time at leisure discovering the city’s historic districts, riverside walks, and vibrant culinary scene.

Approx. 230 km | 2½h
Overnight in Lyon

Spend the day exploring Lyon’s UNESCO-listed districts, including Vieux Lyon, Fourvière Hill, and Croix-Rousse. Discover Roman ruins, Renaissance architecture, and enjoy traditional cuisine in local bouchon restaurants.

Overnight in Lyon

Travel by TGV to Strasbourg, capital of the Alsace region. After arrival and hotel check-in, enjoy a relaxed afternoon exploring canals, historic streets, or sampling Alsatian flavours.

Approx. 500 km | 3½h
Overnight in Strasbourg

Enjoy a full day discovering Strasbourg, from the canals of Petite France to the soaring cathedral and Parc de l’Orangerie. Experience the city’s unique blend of French and German cultural traditions.

Overnight in Strasbourg

Return to Paris by high-speed train. After arrival, enjoy a final afternoon at leisure in the French capital, revisiting favourite neighbourhoods or enjoying last-minute shopping and sightseeing.

Approx. 490 km | 2h
Overnight in Paris

After breakfast, depart Paris according to your onward plans. Your Grand Tour of France concludes, with optional extensions available to regions such as Normandy, Champagne, or the Loire Valley.